Things you need to know about a sex addict

A sex addict is a person who is addicted to sex. To understand sexual addiction, we need to understand the common sexual disorders. Sex is a part of adult life and it has a healthy perspective. However, sex addiction is a psychological problem which makes one to have sex more often and with anyone he can. Currently around 6 percent of the total US populations are sex addicts. Their behavior consists of various sex-oriented entertainments. The most used are getting involved with prostitutes, regular visiting strip clubs, porn shops, massage parlors. A sex addict spends his time with pornographic materials. The urge for sex leads the person to acquire sexual pleasure in any possible manner.

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Sex addiction could occur to any normal human being who enjoys sex. It can be a serious problem over time, as the victim tends to neglect his surroundings, people and society he lives in. He not only becomes a sufferer but also makes life difficult for his near and dear ones.
Different signs of sex addiction

A sex addict may show other signs like having abnormal sexual orientation, which is mainly caused by repetitiveness of sexual thoughts. Some people may take it in a casual way, but this disorder affects one’s mental health subconsciously. A sex addict shows no respect to social norms or to relationships. Over time, the veiled fantasies, formal procedures and acts of the sex addict can lead to a double life of lies to self and others. It becomes harmful for not only the person but also for people around him. They fantasize about having fulfilled their mental hunger of sex. They often act hostile when they can’t fulfill their desire, it results into hatred, emotional breakdown, personal attack etc. Many people have reported that this addiction is not merely based on sexual pleasure.

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People who are abandoned by the loved ones get addicted to sex. They find sex as a very comfortable and relaxing activity, but once they cross the limit the ill effects of this disorder starts showing the negative aspects of sexual desire.

Who are the worst victims?

People who don’t get the attention of their family and friends often find sex as a very amusing and enjoyable activity. Later, as the time goes on, the sex addiction grasps one completely. Nowadays we’ve a growing number of sex-addicts. However, we need to understand sexual addiction is curable. One doesn’t need to be low or ashamed if he finds himself as a sex addict. The best option for him would be to seek medical attention and consult a psychiatrist. Proper guidance and care may allow a sex addict to continue his normal life as it was before.

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